Basic Cookie Dough

1. 1

   Beat the butter and sugars in a medium bowl with a wooden spoon or electric mixer until pale and creamy. Stir in the vanilla extract and egg. Sift the flour over the dough and mix well with wooden spoon to form a soft dough.

2. 2

   Turn the dough out onto a well floured surface. Lightly dust your hands with flour and bring the dough together. Knead gently for about 1 min until the dough is smooth. If the dough feels too soft and sticky, add a little more flour to the surface and work it gradually into the dough.

3. 3

   Gently roll the dough into a log about 2 inches in diameter. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm. (The dough can be refrigerated for up to 1 week. If preferred, slice the dough and wrap each slice in plastic wrap. Freeze for up to 2 months. Can be baked without thawing.)

4. 4

   Preheat the oven to 400u00b0F. Cut the dough into 1/4 inch-thick slices and place 2 inches apart on a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 mins, until pale golden. Cool in pan 5 mins. Remove from pan; cool completely on wire rack.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.